ACTION is being taken to combat fly-tipping, graffiti and promote crime reduction and fire safety.

A high-visibility multi-agency environmental action day is being held in Red Hall, Connah's Quay, on Wednesday.

The event aims to improve the environment and conditions of the area to enhance residents' quality of life and allow them to contribute to the well-being of their neighbourhood.

It also aims to show how agencies can work together to reduce crime and anti-social behaviour, improve safety and public confidence in the ability of the agencies to deal with issues.

Agencies such as North Wales Fire and Rescue Service, the Environment Agency and Connah's Quay Town Council will participate. They will: Remove rubbish and graffiti from the streets Remove untaxed, dangerous and abandoned vehicles Offer crime reduction advice Tidy the gardens of vulnerable people Offer guidance on waste disposal and minimisation and water management.

County fire safety manager Kevin Roberts said: 'The environmental action day is about raising the profile of the area and enabling residents to contribute to the well-being of their neighbourhoods.'

Insp Sacha Hatchett, of Deeside Police, urged people to take part saying: 'It is a great opportunity to take advantage of services being provided.'